Island of the Blue Dolphins Comprehension
A Grade 5 ELA worksheet focusing on reading comprehension and analysis of 'Island of the Blue Dolphins' by Scott O'Dell.
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Island of the Blue Dolphins: Comprehension Check
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.
1. Why did Karana jump off the ship that was taking her people away from the island?
She forgot her favorite necklace.
Her younger brother, Ramo, was left behind.
She wanted to explore more of the island.
She was scared of the sea voyage.
2. What animal becomes Karana's loyal companion?
A wild dog named Rontu.
An otter.
A bird.
A sea elephant.
3. Karana learned to hunt and make weapons, which was usually a job for the in her tribe.
4. The island was known as the Island of the Blue Dolphins because of the many that lived in the surrounding waters.
5. Describe one challenge Karana faced while living alone on the island and how she overcame it.
6. Karana always wanted to leave the island and never felt at home there.
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False
7. Imagine you are Karana and you have just been rescued after living alone on the island for many years. Write a short journal entry (1-2 paragraphs) describing your feelings and what you anticipate for your future.